Harley-Davidson 2020 Forty Eight Special for sale at Sy's Harley-Davidson® in Campbelltown, NSW

AUTHENTIC THROWBACK SOUL MEETS A MODERN RIDE

1200cc Evolution™ V-Twin engine. Quick handling. And throwback 70's art on the tank to let everyone know it wasn't born yesterday.

Price is for Vivid Black (or solid colour where Vivid Black is not offered). Overseas model shown. The visual appearance and specifications of vehicles may vary by market and may differ from vehicles manufactured and delivered. Please contact your local Harley-Davidson dealership for more information. All comparisons made are between original equipment 2019 and 2020 models

1200 CC Air-Cooled Evolution™ Engine

1200cc at your command to deliver tons of torque for an unforgettably fun ride.

Dark Custom Style

A balance of blacked-out and chrome finishes give it that authentic custom attitude.

Throwback 70's Custom Tank Art

Authentic bold 70's-inspired tank graphic and badge shows the bike's retro roots.

Bold Muscular Attitude

A bulldog stance with a slammed speedometer and peanut tank, massive triple clamps, and 49mm front forks.

Tallboy™ Handlebars

Ride with your fists in the wind with the black Tallboy™ handlebars. Shaped to provide the ideal balance of rise and width.

Optimised Seat Design

A ribbed, solo-style seat for all-day cruising comfort while maintaining the bike's minimalist style.

Split 9-Spoke Cast Aluminium Wheels

Split nine-spoke wheels that are black as night from rim to rubber to complement the Dark Custom look.

Emulsion Rear Shock With

Features an Emulsion rear shock with a screw pre-load adjuster that soaks up every bump the street throws your way, and easily adjusts to fit your riding style.

Engine

Engine ² Air-cooled, Evolution™
Bore 88.9 mm
Stroke 96.8 mm
Displacement 1202 cc
Compression Ratio 10：01
Fuel System Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
Exhaust Black, staggered exhaust with slash-cut mufflers

Dimensions

Length 2,165 mm
Seat Height, Unladen 705 mm
Ground Clearance 110 mm
Rake (steering head) (deg) 30.2
Trail 135 mm
Wheelbase 1,495 mm
Tyres, Front Specification 130/90B16 73H
Tyres, Rear Specification 150/80B16 77H
Fuel Capacity 7.9 l
Oil Capacity (w/filter) 2.6 l
Weight, As Shipped 248 kg
Weight, In Running Order 256 kg

Performance

Engine Torque Testing Method EC 134/2014
Engine Torque ³ 96 Nm
Engine Torque (rpm) 3,500
Lean Angle, Right (deg.) 27.1
Lean Angle, Left (deg.) 27.1

Drivetrain

Primary Drive Chain, 38/57 ratio
Gear Ratios (overall) 1st 9.004
Gear Ratios (overall) 2nd 6.432
Gear Ratios (overall) 3rd 4.783
Gear Ratios (overall) 4th 3.965
Gear Ratios (overall) 5th 3.4

Chassis

Wheels, Front Type ⁷ Black, Split 9 Spoke Cast Aluminium
Wheels, Rear Type Black, Split 9-Spoke Cast Aluminium
Brakes, Caliper Type Dual-piston front, Dual-piston rear

Electric

Lights (as per country regulation), Indicator Lamps ⁶ High beam, neutral, low oil pressure, turn signals, engine diagnostics, low fuel warning, low battery, security system (if equipped), ABS (if equipped)
Gauges Handlebar-mounted electronic speedometer with odometer, time-of-day clock, dual tripmeter, low fuel warning light, low oil pressure light, engine diagnostics readout, LED indicator lights

Prices listed are the Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Prices for base models. Options such as color are available at additional cost. Prices exclude tax, title, licensing, registration fees, destination charges, added accessories, and additional dealer charges, if any, and are subject to change. Harley-Davidson reimburses dealers for performing manufacturer-specified pre-delivery inspection and setup tasks. Dealer prices may vary.
Recommended 91 octane (95 RON) or higher fuel (R+M)/2.
Values shown are nominal. Performance may vary by country and region.
Standard and optional wheels may vary by country and region.
Riding range estimates provided following the WMTC 134/2014 Annex VII Appendix 3.3 are based on expected performance of a fully-charged battery when operated under specific conditions. Actual range will vary depending on riding habits, ambient weather and equipment conditions. Range as shown is with maximum power and minimum regeneration selected.